People are my passion. In 2009 I began exploring photography as a creative outlet. What I learned is it brought me closer to people as individuals, and allowed me to portray them in situations, concepts, and stories that felt larger than life.

Specifically what I specialize in is Creative Portrait Artwork. Using my favorite tool, light, and pairing it with other fun stuff like intense colors, fashion inspired flare. smoke machines, glitter, vintage cameras, laser pointers, or random pieces of furniture. I create unique artistic portraits that make the subject feel larger than life.

I find my inspiration in long drives, abstract artwork, stories of tragedy, sleeping next to my wife, my best friend's children, the idea that "too much" is actually "just right", unbelievable tales, Eric Clapton, Jack White, intense colors, dramatic skies, and that place just between awake and asleep.

As a person I am very kind, confident, content, genuine, funny, INTENSE, and ready to talk. I am very happily married, devout about my faith, and obsessed with the camera's relationship with light. I love Eric Clapton, guitar solos, and almost anything that is over the top. And I respect honesty, passion, and love.

I am currently located in the Central Valley of California. I create Portrait Artwork on a commission basis. If you would like to set up a commission please contact me by email at adam@adamallenphotography.com and we will make an appointment for a consultation.

Thank you for visiting, I hope you are able to express your heart in someway today.

God Bless You,
-Adam Allen

Engagement Photos at Santa Cruz Boardwalk with Sasha + Adam

I recently got to head over to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with Sasha and Adam. It was a truly great time. Adam won Sasha a prize, cause he’s a baller. And they got me to go on the Ferris Wheal, which is a big deal because I am terrified of heights! It was a truly fun time with these guys! I’m excited to join them at their wedding soon! It’s especially special because Sasha has been my second at many weddings, so it’s an honor to get to be a part of her wedding.

Thanks a lot for letting me share with you. I hope you find a way to express your heart today. And thank you so much Sasha and Adam for having me.